Novi Road Reopens to Traffic
After more than seven months of construction, the new bridge opened Wednesday.
Novi Road between 10 Mile Road and Grand River Avenue in Novi has reopened to traffic just in time for the holidays. The $25 million project included building a bridge over the railroad tracks so traffic could flow without being disrupted by trains. The road was also expanded to five lanes, and walking paths were added on both sides. At the ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday afternoon, Novi Mayor Bob Gatt thanked Novi residents, visitors and businesses for their patience during the construction. "For years, we've called this project the Novi Road Link, and the meaning became apparent this year while the roadway was under construction," Gatt said. "Not only is it a major link between the north and south ends of our city, it's also an …
Bart Heldke
10:25 am on Thursday, November 24, 2011
great bridge and sidewalk/biking trail. Should make it easier to get around town linking downtown to some of the southern neighborhoods. Hopefully business picks up along the new road. more ›